120, Kensington Park Road, London, W11 2PW

Planning appeal 3284412 at 120, Kensington Park Road, London, W11 2PW (Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea) was dismissed on 10 March 2022 by Inspector Allen M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of nearby occupiers, with particular regard to noise and disturbance.

alterations to shopfront including installation of openable timber sash windows along Westbourne Grove elevation. Window opening along Kensington Park Road to be enlarged and openable timber sash windows. Removal of existing blocked up window. Replacement of main door with double doors comprising fixed side glazed panels. Installation of upgraded external lighting. Separate entrance to basement level. Bronzed metal surround to existing door opening and window. Existing door replaced with glazing above. Existing window adjacent to door increased in size

Authority: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: retail · Minor retail and services
Inspector: Allen M
Postcode: W11 2PW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of nearby occupiers, with particular regard to noise and disturbance
the character and appearance of the building and surrounding area, bearing in mind the location within the Ladbroke Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposal would result in unacceptable harm to the living conditions of nearby occupiers through increased noise and disturbance from openable windows serving a commercial use where residential properties are located above.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy CL5Policy CL1Policy CL2Policy CL3Policy CL6Policy CL10Policy CL11

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